Job summary
Join Our Dedicated Day Surgery Team!

Are you a passionate, motivated staff Nurse looking to take the next step in your career? We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our busy and committed Day Surgery team.

Our Day Surgery unit provides high-quality pre- and post-operative care to day case patients, with opportunities to develop valuable skills in both Theatre and Recovery. This is a fantastic chance to broaden your clinical experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running -- confident working independently while also being a strong team player. You'll need to demonstrate excellent communication skills, remain calm under pressure, and consistently deliver care to the highest standards.

Flexibility and leadership are key. We're seeking a candidate with recent experience in general surgical or day surgery nursing, who also brings a background in managing or leading within a clinical setting. A strong commitment to ongoing professional development is essential.

If you're ready to make a real impact and grow your career within a forward-thinking surgical unit, we'd love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

• To ensure the efficient running of the speciality in the absence of the Team Leader.
• To maintain high standards of clinical care, ensuring that all actions are carried out with full regard for the safety of patients and staff involved.
• To display strong professional leadership qualities.
• Act as a mentor to students, including teaching and assessing within their realm of competence, upholding the philosophy of evidence-based practice.
• To assist the Team Leader in the management of day surgery unit which includes the ward, theatres and recovery.
• To deputise for delegated tasks as deemed appropriate by the Team Leader.

About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Details
Date posted: 07 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 a year
Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 390-TAC-SO-7984
Job locations: Southend, Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff-on-Sea, SS0 0RY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
For more details on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached job description and person specification.

We look forward to your application!

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should a suitable number of applications be received.

Person Specification
NMC Registered Nurse
Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse
• Significant experience in Theatres at band 5 level including ward or Recovery experience.

Desirable

• Managerial Course. Mentorship, Supervisors/Assessors Course
• Indepth knowledge and understanding of the speciality

Education / Qualifications
Essential

• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).